Comprehensive Guide to the 'Cruel Intentions' TV Remake: Release Date, Cast, and More
The highly anticipated TV remake of 'Cruel Intentions' is set to captivate audiences with its gripping storyline and talented cast led by Sarah Catherine Hook and Zac Burgess This Prime Video series, consisting of eight episodes, promises to deliver a captivating and thrilling experience Don't miss out on the release date and exclusive details
Selma Blair and Sarah Michelle Gellar in ‘Cruel Intentions,’ 1999. Cover Images/Instar Images
Fans of Cruel Intentions can rejoice as the long-awaited TV remake is finally becoming a reality. Prime Video announced in December 2023 that a new TV series based on the original 1999 cult classic is in the works. Featuring eight episodes, season 1 of the YA drama will provide an update to the original film, which was based on the 1781 novel Dangerous Liaisons and starred Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, and Reese Witherspoon.
"Cruel Intentions" has had a lasting impact on pop culture and is still a significant part of it. We are thrilled to have Phoebe and Sara as the showrunners for this new adaptation, which has been a passion project for us at Sony for quite some time," said Lauren Stein, head of creative at Sony Pictures Television.
The upcoming series, described as the "next chapter" of "Cruel Intentions," will be set in Washington D.C. and will focus on "two ruthless step-siblings who will stop at nothing to maintain their position in the competitive social hierarchy," according to the official description. The lead roles will be played by Sarah Catherine Hook, Zac Burgess, and Savannah Lee Smith.
Prime's iteration of Cruel Intentions is not the first attempt at a remake. In the early 2000s, Fox filmed three episodes for a prequel series that were later combined into the direct-to-video 2001 film, Cruel Intentions 2. Sony also released Cruel Intentions 3 as a direct-to-video project three years later. In 2016, a pilot for an NBC revival series was filmed, but it never made it to air, despite featuring Gellar reprising her role as Kathryn Merteuil.
“We are thrilled to be working together to continue the legacy of Cruel Intentions, a film that is beloved by so many, including us," said showrunners Goodman and Fisher in a December 2023 press release. "We promise to make this next iteration as fun, irreverent, and boundary-pushing as the original. We are grateful to our partners at Original Film, Sony, and Amazon MGM Studios for trusting us to keep it Cruel."
Keep scrolling for everything to know about the Cruel Intentions TV remake:
Ryan Phillippe and Sarah Michelle Gellar in ‘Cruel Intentions,’ 1999. Cover Images/Instar Images
Where Can I Watch ‘Cruel Intentions’?
Season 1, which will consist of eight episodes, will be available to stream on Prime Video, Amazon’s streaming service.
When Does ‘Cruel Intentions’ Premiere?
A premiere date for the series has yet to be announced.
Who Is in the ‘Cruel Intentions’ Cast?
Starring in the YA drama are Hook, Burgess, Smith, Sara Silva, Khobe Clarke, John Harlan Kim, Brooke and Lena Johnson. Claire Forlani, Nikki Crawford, Isabella Tagliati, Zeke Goodman and Jon Tenney are lined up for recurring roles.
Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe in ‘Cruel Intentions,’ 1999. Cover Images/Instar Images
What Is ‘Cruel Intentions’ About?
Described as the “next chapter” of the original 1999 film, the series will take place in Washington D.C. where two ruthless step-siblings will do anything to stay on top of the cutthroat social hierarchy,” per the official description. “After a brutal hazing incident threatens the entire Panhellenic system at their school, they’ll do whatever is necessary to preserve their power and reputation, even if that means seducing the daughter of the vice president of the United States.”
Who Is Writing ‘Cruel ‘Intentions’?
Is Anyone From the Original Movie Involved in ‘Cruel Intentions’?
Goodman and Fisher have been appointed as writers and executive producers. Neal H. Moritz and Pavun Shetty, who were part of the original film, will also serve as executive producers, together with Roger Kumble, the writer and director of the 1999 movie.
Sean Patrick Thomas, who portrayed cello teacher Ronald will return for the series. It has not been confirmed if he will be reprising his original role.
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“Do I need to brush up on my cello? In the spirit of the great Sidney Poitier – let’s do it again#CruelIntentions #OG,” he wrote via Instagram in December 2023.
Other than Thomas, Prime has not yet revealed if any stars of the movie will be making an appearance on the TV series.
